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Coloman

Type Figure Region Hungary Time 1070–1116 Also known as Coloman the Book-Lover

Coloman (c. 1070–1116) was an Árpád dynasty king of Hungary who acceded in 1095, known as 'the Book-Lover' or 'the Learned';…

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  1. 1091–1095Slavonia · SlavoniaHis brother Ladislaus I appointed him Duke of Slavonia, in which role he took part in the kingdom's internal affairs; after his brother's death in 1095 he succeeded as King of Hungary.
  2. 1095–1116Buda · HungaryHe reformed the church and laws, compiling the Code of Coloman; in 1096 he strictly controlled passing Crusaders; in 1102 he established a personal union with Croatia, expanding the kingdom's territory.

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